Good old boys

Trouser Press

Man of mystery Elvis Costello has been spotted in Nashville recording an album with country producer Billy Sherrill. El and his Attractions are said to be leaning toward traditional material: Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson and (odd man out) John Hiatt. Costello has also videotaped an appearance with idol George Jones for a Home Box Office cable TV show.

Speaking of Hiatt and Jones, the two have been playing together in Los Angeles. Also helping out was Nick Lowe, who is producing Hiatt's next LP (his first for Geffen Records).